NBA Playoff Race, Premier League Debate & NFL Offseason Moves

Episode 65 of Who’s Got the Ball is here! Shane and James are joined by Michael to break down the biggest stories in sport this week across the NBA, Premier League and NFL.

NBA: With the playoffs approaching, which teams are rising and falling in the playoff race? Plus, are the Los Angeles Lakers underachieving this season or quietly preparing for a serious playoff push?

Premier League: After discussing the importance of Everton’s win over Newcastle, the lads tackle a big question — is the Premier League declining, and what could fix it?

NFL: The offseason is heating up as teams start using franchise tags and trades to shape their rosters. The Los Angeles Rams make the first big move as the road to the new season begins.

Also in this episode:

• Gan Seans
• Weekly Power Rankings
• Big sports debates

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• Football (soccer) analysis
• NBA previews & predictions
• Weekly NFL reactions
• Underdog betting tips
• Draft-style sports debates
• Power rankings across multiple sports
• Sports content from an Irish perspective with global takes

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(0:00) Intro

(2:35) Michael Joins to Chat NBA Boom or Bust Playoff Teams

(16:34) Are the Lakers Over or Under Performing?

(26:25) Everton Pushing for Europe

(29:39) Is Eddie Howe the Right Man for Newcastle?

(38:36) Is the Premier League Crap?

(55:45) Our Champions League Brackets

(1:01:28) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks

(1:06:03) The Rams & Bills Make Big Trades

(1:18:52) NBA X Premier League Power Rankings